Schalk Brits is a South African rugby union

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footballer. He married Colinda Wijnants on the 29/01/2011 in Greyton, South Africa.

Western Province

Brits played for the Western Province from 2002–2004 and rejoined the Cape franchise in 2006–2009.

Stormers

Brits played for the Stormers for 4 seasons making 51 appearances for them and managing to score 20 points.

Saracens

Brits made his debut for Saracens in the season opener against London Irish.Brits scored his first try for Saracens on the 27 September 2009 against Gloucester which finished 19–16 to Saracens. Brits scored 7 tries in the 2009/10 season and was praised for his pace and ball carrying skills. Brits played every minute in the Guinness Premiership Final against Leicester Tigers, which Saracens lost 33–27 in one of the most exciting Finals in Guinness Premiership history. Brits is now regarded as one of the most exciting players in the English GP.

Brits was voted Players' Player of the year in the 2009/2010 season.

In the 2010/2011 grand final against Leicester Brits won the man of the match award. Saracens won the match 22-18 after a nailbiting final nine minutes when Saracens defended the lead with Leicester encamped on their line.

On the 27th of June, Brits moved back to his former club Stormers on a short term loan deal. He played as a back rower for the South African side in the Super 15 semi final against the Crusaders as a replacement for Duane Vermeulen.

Brits has now returned to play his usual, expansive role with Saracens and is regarded by many as the finest hooker in world rugby.

International career

Brits has made 3 appearances for South Africa. He made his international debut against Italy in 2008. Many have called for the return of Brits to the international stage based on his sensational form in the Aviva Premiership, many fans and rugby pundits across the globe have been angered by his continued omission from the South African Rugby Squad.